Home Improvement

A home-improved contractor from Connecticut who went to fight in Ukraine posted a video of his location online, revealed his unit’s location, and then admitted he falsified his military record

Soldiers walk amid destroyed Russian tanks in Bucha.

Soldiers walk amid destroyed Russian tanks in Bucha, in the outskirts of Kyiv, Ukraine, April 3, 2022.AP Photo/Rodrigo Abd, File

  • Infighting has plagued some US volunteers who’ve fought in Ukraine, per a New York Times report.

  • The squabbles have not only threatened the war effort, but have exposed deeply consequential lies.

  • Some volunteers have left the war effort in Ukraine after questions arose about their background.

After Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine last year, groups of Americans — many of them US military veterans — committed themselves to fight in the conflict to help the Ukrainian government in

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Home improvements, cryptocurrency among riskiest scams of 2022: Better Business Bureau

The Better Business Bureau is issuing a new warning about the latest tricks scammers are using to take advantage of people, with home repairs and cryptocurrency topping the list.

According to the most recent BBB Scamtracker Canadian Risk Report, home improvement scams became the riskiest scam type reported by Canadians in 2022, up from the fourth in 2021.

When identifying risk factors, the bureau takes a combination of exposure, susceptibility and overall money lost.

6.2 per cent of all scams reported to the bureau in 2022 were related to home improvement, with an average of $1,900 lost.

“Reports of home

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The Top 15 Home Improvement Franchises in 2023

Consider yourself a DIY pro with a passion for entrepreneurship? Then buying a home improvement franchise might be your next best move.

If you’re somebody who gets excited by remodeling projects and construction or are an avid fan of interior design television shows, a home improvement franchise is a great way to turn your passion into a thriving business.

From roofing and insulation to painting and flooring, start by exploring the top 15 home improvement franchises, based on our 44th Annual Franchise 500 List.

Related: Considering franchise ownership? Get started now and take this quiz to find your personalized list

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‘Home Improvement’ comes to Brownwood

Steve Nash/Brownwood Bulletin

Borrowing from the 1990s television sitcom “Home Improvement,” Brownwood Mayor Stephen Haynes touted Brownwood’s improvements of the past year and looked ahead to what’s planned in the coming year.
Haynes also announced the name of the restaurant that will occupy the Texas FunCo building, 101 Fisk, in downtown Brownwood. The restaurant will be called Providencia and will be owned by the same people who own CanCun Bar and Grill in Midland, Haynes said.
Providencia will be “very, very similar” to the Midland restaurant, Haynes said.
Haynes began his presentation at Howard Payne University’s Mabee Center by asking

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6 home improvements that do not add value if you’re looking to sell

It’s easy to assume that the very home improvement you make is sure to add value to your property. But as it turns out, if you’re planning a move in the near future, there are some home improvements that do not add value – particularly if they cost you a lot to complete.

If you’re currently living in your forever home, doing whatever you want to the space is a no-brainer. But if you anticipate leaving your property in, perhaps the next five years, being strategic about updating it is a wise decision.

Though your space does need to be

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3 Quality Home Improvement Stocks to Buy This Summer

The home improvement industry is poised to flourish in the long run, with easing inflation and rising demand for smart and energy-efficient remodeling solutions. So, quality home improvement stocks National Presto Industries, Inc. (NPK), Tile Shop Holdings, Inc. (TTSH), and Bassett Furniture Industries, Incorporated (BSET) could be wise additions to your portfolio.

Technology and innovation are altering the home remodeling industry, giving homeowners an extensive range of new tools and materials to help them build the homes of their dreams.

Rising demand for remodeling is fueling the growth of the home improvement services market. Moreover, technological advancements such as visualization

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Summer Special Occasion Table – French Country Cottage

Summer is always a perfect time for a family gathering and for special occasions. Maybe you are celebrating an engagement or a birthday or anniversary. Whatever the occasion- setting a table that delights is key. And the setting goes beyond how the table is decorated- the location & the areas just beyond the table are also key when setting the stage for a dazzling gathering.

setting a summer table

Today, for our second post on inspiring entertaining ideas for June- I am breaking down a few tips for doing just that- and the best part is that it is so easy to do and

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America’s home improvement boom appears to be over


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CNN

Americans turned into DIY fanatics during the pandemic, beautifying their apartments, homes and condos while they were stuck inside and tired of looking at the same drab interior every day.

But the Covid emergency is over, prices are (much) higher, consumers are growing fearful of a recession and people are spending less at Lowe’s and Home Depot.

Lowe’s on Tuesday lowered its profit and sales outlook for the year, saying consumers were spending less on home improvement. It comes on the heels of rival Home Depot also posting disappointing sales and a somber forecast last week.

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